5/15-Larry Van Aalst talks to Jon Phillips & Dr. Liz Thach

Jon Phillips - Inspiration Vineyards
A long and winding road brought Jon to Sonoma County and the founding of Inspiration Vineyards. The Vineyard in the Russian River area and the Winery just a mile or so from the studio at FountainGrove Inn are both overseen by Jon. An abundance of medals, and articles in some of the best wine magazines, make this relatively new winery one of the must visits on your next trip to Sonoma . Jon will bring some new releases to sample, and talk about how the 2013 vintage is shaping up.

Dr. Liz Thach MW - Masters of Wine , PHD, International Wine Judge, Educator at Sonoma State University, and Author

Masters of Wine , PHD, International Wine Judge, Educator at Sonoma State University, and Author of both fiction,and nonfiction,books and articles, makes Liz the perfect resource for the Whats

Cookin on Wine series. Liz is flying in the day before the show from one of the big wine competitions in London , and will tell us about the European wine world , and give us her take as a mover and shaker in this business.

5/8-Encore Broadcast Larry Van Aalst talks to Traci Dutton & Mike Martini

Traci Dutton -  Sommelier, Wine Spectator Restaurant
Sommelier at the Wine Spectator Restaurant in the Culinary Institute of Americas' Greystoke campus, Traci is also a wine judge, educator, and author. Traci will be with us to talk about the world class school and the job of keeping it all together with her busy travel and lecture schedule.

Mike Martini - General Manager &CEO, Taft Street Winery
General Manager and CEO of Taft Street Winery, keeps Mike so busy he retired from politics (former Mayor of Santa Rosa Ca.) and devotes all his time to producing some of the best wines in Sonoma County. Taft Street has a amazing story behind it and Mike will be here to give us the insider scoop along with tasting some new releases.

5/1-Larry Van Aalst talks to Traci Dutton & Mike Martini

Traci Dutton -  Sommelier, Wine Spectator Restaurant
Sommelier at the Wine Spectator Restaurant in the Culinary Institute of Americas' Greystoke campus, Traci is also a wine judge, educator, and author. Traci will be with us to talk about the world class school and the job of keeping it all together with her busy travel and lecture schedule.

Mike Martini - General Manager &CEO, Taft Street Winery
General Manager and CEO of Taft Street Winery, keeps Mike so busy he retired from politics (former Mayor of Santa Rosa Ca.) and devotes all his time to producing some of the best wines in Sonoma County. Taft Street has a amazing story behind it and Mike will be here to give us the insider scoop along with tasting some new releases.

4/24-Encore Broadcast Larry Van Aalst visits with Ron Washam & Rick Hutchinson

Ron Washam - Blogger, Hosemaster of Wine
Both a Sommelier and Wine Educator , Ron is best know for his blog, Hosemaster of Wine. Native to Southern California , Ron spent time as a comedy writer / wine guru and  decided Sonoma Count was the only place to live. Ron has an offbeat view of the wine industry , and will be with us to give a different perspective on wine.

Rick Hutchinson - Owner & Winemaker at Amphora Winery
Owner and Winemaker at Amphora Winery, Rick takes a new approach to the business. Amphora is one of the small, award winning wineries in Dry Creek that has a unique story. Learn about the name , the unusual grapes he uses, and the projects he supports.

4/17-Larry Van Aalst visits with Ron Washam & Rick Hutchinson

Ron Washam - Blogger, Hosemaster of Wine
Both a Sommelier and Wine Educator , Ron is best know for his blog, Hosemaster of Wine. Native to Southern California , Ron spent time as a comedy writer / wine guru and  decided Sonoma Count was the only place to live. Ron has an offbeat view of the wine industry , and will be with us to give a different perspective on wine.

Rick Hutchinson - Owner & Winemaker at Amphora Winery
Owner and Winemaker at Amphora Winery, Rick takes a new approach to the business. Amphora is one of the small, award winning wineries in Dry Creek that has a unique story. Learn about the name , the unusual grapes he uses, and the projects he supports.

4/10-Encore Broadcast Larry Van Aalst visits with Dan Barwick & Dan Berger

Dan Barwick - Winemaker, Paradise Ridge Winery
Winemaker and family member at Paradise Ridge Winery makes Dan one of our closest neighbors . Winning top awards at some of the most important wine competitions, has brought Dan into the spotlight in Sonoma County and having perhaps the most spectacular views from its' tasting room makes Paradise Ridge a must visit winery on your next visit. Dan will bring new releases and talk about the 2012 vintage.




Dan Berger- Nationally Syndicated Wine Column Writer, Author and Wine Judge
Nationally syndicated wine column writer, author, wine judge, host of two wine competitions,and creator of Vintage Experiences, are just a few of Dan Bergers accomplishments . Dan is the go to guy in Sonoma County and is at the hub of "people who know" in our industry. Dan will give us some perspective on new and different wines  and talk about the art of wine and cheese pairing.

4/3-Larry Van Aalst visits with Dan Barwick & Dan Berger

Dan Barwick - Winemaker, Paradise Ridge Winery
Winemaker and family member at Paradise Ridge Winery makes Dan one of our closest neighbors . Winning top awards at some of the most important wine competitions, has brought Dan into the spotlight in Sonoma County and having perhaps the most spectacular views from its' tasting room makes Paradise Ridge a must visit winery on your next visit. Dan will bring new releases and talk about the 2012 vintage.




Dan Berger- Nationally Syndicated Wine Column Writer, Author and Wine Judge
Nationally syndicated wine column writer, author, wine judge, host of two wine competitions,and creator of Vintage Experiences, are just a few of Dan Bergers accomplishments . Dan is the go to guy in Sonoma County and is at the hub of "people who know" in our industry. Dan will give us some perspective on new and different wines  and talk about the art of wine and cheese pairing.